Cherry Pistachio Sugar Cookies
SEE YA FRUIT CAKE - WE’RE INTO FRUIT + NUT COOKIES THIS YEAR!
Who said Christmas cookies had to break the sugar bank to be delicious? These gluten-free, soft-baked, low-sugar sugar cookies are not only as tasty as they sound - but they’re an awesome healthy option!
These cookies are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants + slightly sweet with no refined sugar!
I know at the holiday parties I attend, the majority of options (especially the sweet treats) are going to be either store bought sub-par product, or laden with sugar and fat, so I always try to bring something a little more health conscious - and then have a little bit of both! Balance is KEY in getting through the holidays without the guilt of over-indulging or regret from skipping out on the foods you love.
The holiday season is all about enjoying what you have + giving to those you love - give yourself a little grace this year + eat the cookies! These included!
Cherry Pistachio Sugar Cookies
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Servings: 20
INGREDIENTS
2 c almond flour
1/2 c coconut flour
1/2 c unsweetened almond milk
1/4 c coconut oil
1/4 c maple syrup
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 c shelled pistachios, chopped
1/3 c dried cherries, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 350deg F.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, excluding the pistachios + cherries.
Mix until one cohesive batter - should be slightly sticky, but not wet. *Think sugar cookie batter.
Fold in chopped pistachios + cherries.
Using a melon baller or spoon, scoop batter into round balls + mold into flat disc shapes (approx. 2 in. across) + arrange on a silicone lined or greased cookie sheet.
Bake for 15 min. or until the bottoms are slightly browned.
Allow to cool before removing + serving!
Store in the pantry for one week or in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.
TIP: for a crispier sugar cookie, form into thinner rounds before baking + keep in the oven an extra 3-5 minutes!
NUTRITION INFO (1 COOKIE)
Calories: 130, Fat: 10g, Carbohydrates: 9g, Fiber: 2.5g, Sugar: 5g, Added Sugar: 2.5g, Protein: 3g
xx,
mallory